Lonicera periclymenum 'Belgica' | Dutch honeysuckle - 7lt

Lonicera periclymenum 'Belgica', or Dutch Honeysuckle, is a vigorous, fast-growing, twining, deciduous climber with oval, dark green leaves, blue-green underneath, purpely-red buds, and masses of beautiful, fragrant, tubular, white to deep yellow flowers, red outside, blooming from late spring to mid-summer, followed by bright red berries. The fragrance is strongest at night. Another flush of flowers may appear later in summer. Lonicera periclymenum 'Belgica' can adapt to a wide range of soils, except very wet or very dry, but prefers average, loamy, moist, well-drained soils. It thrives in partial shade but tolerates full sun. It can withstand very low temperatures, but may need to be sheltered from harsh winds. Generally, pest-free and disease-free. Low maintenance plant, requires minimal pruning. Dutch Honeysuckle ‘Belgica’ is perfect for cottage, wildlife, or coastal gardens. Its thin, flexible stems twine around the support and are great for covering walls, fences, trellises, and arbours. Suitable for shrub and wall-side borders.